Untold Stories

Join Kelli Suzanne as she takes us through the transformative summers of her life in this episode of Untold Stories. From meeting her husbands to raising her children and finally reclaiming her identity as an artist and designer, Kelli’s journey is a poignant reminder of the beauty in both the chaotic and calm moments of life. As she navigates the joys and challenges of motherhood, Kelli discovers that while some things change, the essence of who she is remains the same.

In this powerful episode of Untold Stories, Amaris DeLeon shares her journey of resilience and self-discovery. From a challenging childhood to finding solace and community at the University of North Florida, Amaris's story is one of overcoming adversity, embracing interfaith connections, and redefining what it means to find a true home.

Haley Tinkle shares her journey through girlhood, community involvement, and the joy found in creativity and connection.

In this episode of Untold Stories, Aaron Gottlieb, founder of Native Sun Kitchen & Market, shares his journey of building a local business from the ground up. From learning his first business lesson as a teenager to overcoming the challenges of competition and the impact of COVID-19, Aaron's story is one of resilience, community, and the power of thinking globally while acting locally.

In this episode of Untold Stories, Mike shares his harrowing experience of surviving a near-fatal car accident and the remarkable journey of recovery that followed. His tale of resilience, community support, and personal growth is one you won't forget.

Mary Strickland shares her incredible journey from growing up in the 1950s, navigating various careers from nursing to business, becoming a CEO, and finally facing new challenges at 65. Her story is one of resilience, reinvention, and the pursuit of passion.

Alexis Alexander shares her journey of caregiving, personal growth, and finding fulfillment through challenges, from Jacksonville to Jamaica and back again.

Explore the inspiring narratives of Michael Jordan, Arsun F!st, Tricia Booker, and Philip Pan in "Fish Out of Water, Part 2" from "Untold Stories," delving into themes of resilience, identity, and creative transformation.

Discover the unique journeys of Michael Jordan, Antoinette Johnson, Ana Ng, and Grant Nielson as they navigate through their diverse 'fish out of water' experiences, highlighting resilience and self-discovery.

Explore 'Untold Stories': Yhang's battle with cancer in Venezuela, Hope's transformative Alabama trip, and Matt's global journey from Jacksonville.

Dive into 'Untold Stories': Jolie's nostalgic tunes, Yanira's cultural odyssey from Puerto Rico to Jacksonville, Bob's quest from Goober to fame, and Yvette's fight for freedom.

"Out of the Swamp, Part 2" features storytellers True Poet, Erica Saffer, and David Girard sharing personal and inspiring stories of survival, resilience, and transformation, with the bluesy music of Brent Byrd tying it all together.

"Out of the Swamp, Part 1" features storytellers Johnny Masiulewicz, Naga Wasserman, and Ebony Payne-English sharing their tales of resilience and courage, with music by Brent Byrd.

"Ebbs and Flows, Part 2" features storytellers Angela TenBroeck, Willie Evans Jr, and Anna Jacobson, along with musical guest Meredith Mason. The stories range from a farmer's search for balance to a beat maker's heartwarming tale of learning to swim, to a family's journey through Hurricane Irma.

Discover the fascinating and transformative narratives of Northeast Florida residents with Untold Stories, the live oral storytelling series now available as a podcast, brought to you by WJCT Public Media and the Florida Theatre.Tune in to the first season of Untold Stories wherever you get your podcasts. Don't miss out on this opportunity to hear inspiring and thought-provoking stories from some of the most interesting individuals in Northeast Florida.

Untold Stories, produced by the Florida Theater and WJCT Public Media, presents a captivating live performance by spoken word artist Jaiquan Tyre. In this episode, Jaiqun takes us on a journey through his childhood in Jacksonville’s Eureka Gardens, blending vivid memories with reflections on imagination, loss, and the resilience born from storytelling.

Thony Aiuppy takes us on a deeply personal journey, starting from a chance encounter in an art gallery that sparked a 19-year love story, to his struggles in balancing family, art, and career ambitions. He shares how an unexpected pandemic, personal challenges, and a heartbreaking career setback led him to rediscover his purpose. From nearly giving up on his dreams to finding new meaning through teaching and art, Tony’s story is one of resilience, self-realization, and the power of letting go to embrace the life waiting for you.Untold Stories is produced live on stage by the Florida Theatre, and the radio show and podcast is produced by WJCT Public Media and the Florida Theatre. Barbara Colaciello is the artistic director. The 2022-2023 season of Untold Stories at the Florida Theatre is made possible in part through the generous support of the Wolfburg family.

Sunil Acha shares his inspiring journey from a young boy in India to a software engineer and passionate volunteer with the American Red Cross. His story explores moments of empathy and service that shaped his life's mission to help others.

Renay Diagle takes us back to the summer of 1993 when her sales job at the Jacksonville Business Journal led to an unforgettable encounter with a stranded billboard repairman.

Follow Adam Madrid’s inspiring journey from a dream deferred to becoming a celebrated filmmaker in Jacksonville.